Cars & Driving Editorial Team

Cars & Driving Editorial Team

Cars & Driving Editorial Team is the collective byline for our editorial team and contributor network. Articles published under this byline or an editorial pen name are researched, written, and reviewed according to our editorial standards for clarity, consistency, and independence before publication.

Battery Care Habits That Extend Its Life
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Battery Care Habits That Extend Its Life

6 min read
Car Fluid Basics: What Each One Does Under the Bonnet
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Car Fluid Basics: What Each One Does Under the Bonnet

5 min read
Car Maintenance Myths That Cost Drivers Money
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Car Maintenance Myths That Cost Drivers Money

6 min read
Car Maintenance from First Purchase to High Mileage
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Car Maintenance from First Purchase to High Mileage

7 min read
DIY Car Maintenance vs Taking It to a Mechanic
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DIY Car Maintenance vs Taking It to a Mechanic

5 min read
Engine Oil: What It Does and Why Running Low Is a Problem
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Engine Oil: What It Does and Why Running Low Is a Problem

7 min read
Getting to Grips With Car Maintenance as a New Driver
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Getting to Grips With Car Maintenance as a New Driver

7 min read
Reading Your Owner's Manual: The Underused Tool in Your Glove Box
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Reading Your Owner's Manual: The Underused Tool in Your Glove Box

7 min read
Seasonal Car Care: Preparing for Summer and Winter Driving
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Seasonal Car Care: Preparing for Summer and Winter Driving

6 min read
Synthetic vs Conventional Engine Oil
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Synthetic vs Conventional Engine Oil

5 min read
The Case For and Against Extended Service Intervals
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The Case For and Against Extended Service Intervals

6 min read
The Monthly Car Check Every Driver Should Do
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The Monthly Car Check Every Driver Should Do

6 min read
Tyre Pressure: The Maintenance Task Most Drivers Skip
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Tyre Pressure: The Maintenance Task Most Drivers Skip

6 min read
What Happens When You Neglect a Car Service
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What Happens When You Neglect a Car Service

5 min read
Why Your Brakes Squeal — and When to Take It Seriously
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Why Your Brakes Squeal — and When to Take It Seriously

7 min read
Your Car's Warning Lights, Decoded
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Your Car's Warning Lights, Decoded

5 min read
Before You Set Off: A Pre-Journey Safety Check
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Before You Set Off: A Pre-Journey Safety Check

5 min read
Defensive Driving: What It Actually Means and How to Put It Into Practice
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Defensive Driving: What It Actually Means and How to Put It Into Practice

7 min read
Distracted Driving: The Habits That Steal Your Attention Without You Noticing
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Distracted Driving: The Habits That Steal Your Attention Without You Noticing

5 min read
Driving When Tired vs. Driving After Caffeine: What the Research Actually Shows
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Driving When Tired vs. Driving After Caffeine: What the Research Actually Shows

6 min read
Driving in Rain, Fog, and Ice: Adjusting Your Habits for Every Condition
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Driving in Rain, Fog, and Ice: Adjusting Your Habits for Every Condition

8 min read
Everything a New Driver Should Know Before Their First Solo Trip
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Everything a New Driver Should Know Before Their First Solo Trip

8 min read
Hand Position, Posture, and Seat Setup: Getting the Basics Right
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Hand Position, Posture, and Seat Setup: Getting the Basics Right

6 min read
Motorway Driving vs. City Driving: Different Roads, Different Risks
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Motorway Driving vs. City Driving: Different Roads, Different Risks

6 min read
Night Driving: What Changes After Dark and How to Adapt
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Night Driving: What Changes After Dark and How to Adapt

6 min read
Road Safety Myths That Could Actually Get You Into Trouble
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Road Safety Myths That Could Actually Get You Into Trouble

6 min read
Roundabouts, Merging, and Blind Spots: Navigating the Trickiest Everyday Situations
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Roundabouts, Merging, and Blind Spots: Navigating the Trickiest Everyday Situations

6 min read
Safe Driving from Learner to Long-Hauler: A Complete Road Safety Resource
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Safe Driving from Learner to Long-Hauler: A Complete Road Safety Resource

8 min read
Speed Limits, Stopping Sight Distance, and the Two-Second Rule: A Driver's Reference
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Speed Limits, Stopping Sight Distance, and the Two-Second Rule: A Driver's Reference

6 min read
The Science Behind Stopping Distances (And Why Most Drivers Underestimate Them)
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The Science Behind Stopping Distances (And Why Most Drivers Underestimate Them)

8 min read
Why Tailgating Is More Dangerous Than Most Drivers Realise
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Why Tailgating Is More Dangerous Than Most Drivers Realise

7 min read
Buying New vs. Used: A Practical Look at the Trade-Offs
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Buying New vs. Used: A Practical Look at the Trade-Offs

5 min read
Car Depreciation Explained in Plain English
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Car Depreciation Explained in Plain English

6 min read
Car Ownership Myths That Cost People Money
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Car Ownership Myths That Cost People Money

6 min read
Decoding Your Car Insurance Policy: What Each Section Really Means
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Decoding Your Car Insurance Policy: What Each Section Really Means

5 min read
Financing vs. Paying Cash for a Car: Weighing Your Options
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Financing vs. Paying Cash for a Car: Weighing Your Options

6 min read
How Car Insurance Premiums Are Calculated
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How Car Insurance Premiums Are Calculated

7 min read
Keeping Running Costs Under Control Without Cutting Corners on Safety
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Keeping Running Costs Under Control Without Cutting Corners on Safety

6 min read
Leasing a Car vs. Buying One: How the Two Models Actually Work
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Leasing a Car vs. Buying One: How the Two Models Actually Work

6 min read
Road Tax, MOT, and Registration: Key Admin Every Driver Faces
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Road Tax, MOT, and Registration: Key Admin Every Driver Faces

6 min read
Routine Maintenance Every Car Owner Should Know About
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Routine Maintenance Every Car Owner Should Know About

7 min read
Selling a Car Privately vs. Trading It In: What Changes
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Selling a Car Privately vs. Trading It In: What Changes

6 min read
Things to Sort Out Before Driving Away in a New Car
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Things to Sort Out Before Driving Away in a New Car

5 min read
Warning Signs That a Used Car Has Hidden Problems
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Warning Signs That a Used Car Has Hidden Problems

6 min read
What Actually Goes Into the Cost of Owning a Car
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What Actually Goes Into the Cost of Owning a Car

7 min read
Your First Car: A Grounded Introduction to Ownership Responsibilities
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Your First Car: A Grounded Introduction to Ownership Responsibilities

8 min read